Kind in Tagalog

“Kind” in Tagalog translates to “mabait” (adjective meaning caring or generous) or “uri/klase” (noun meaning type or category). Both meanings are commonly used in Filipino conversations and capture different contexts of the English word. Understanding these translations helps you express compassion or classify things appropriately in Tagalog.

Discover how Filipinos express kindness and categorize different types of things through these versatile Tagalog words, complete with pronunciation guides and practical examples.

[Words] = Kind

[Definition]:
– Kind /kaɪnd/
– Adjective: Having or showing a friendly, generous, and considerate nature; caring and helpful toward others.
– Noun: A group of people or things having similar characteristics; a category or type.
– Phrase: Used in expressions like “kind of” to indicate something is somewhat or approximately true.

[Synonyms] = Mabait, Magandang-loob, Maawain, Mapagbigay, Mapagmahal, Makatarungan, Uri, Klase, Tipo, Kategorya.

[Example]:

– Ex1_EN: She is very kind to everyone she meets and always offers help.
– Ex1_PH: Siya ay napaka-mabait sa lahat ng kanyang nakakakilala at laging nag-aalok ng tulong.

– Ex2_EN: What kind of music do you like to listen to?
– Ex2_PH: Anong uri ng musika ang gusto mong pakinggan?

– Ex3_EN: Thank you for your kind words during this difficult time.
– Ex3_PH: Salamat sa iyong magandang-loob na mga salita sa panahong ito ng kahirapan.

– Ex4_EN: There are many different kinds of flowers in the garden.
– Ex4_PH: Maraming iba’t ibang klase ng bulaklak sa hardin.

– Ex5_EN: He has a kind heart and always thinks of others first.
– Ex5_PH: Mayroon siyang mabait na puso at laging iniisip muna ang iba.